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Bermondsey Guitar Lessons

Guitar Lessons Bermondsey. We’ll create a lesson plan to help you accomplish whatever you want to achieve. London Guitar Academy always put making music and having fun first. We’ll work together on a course of study to get you where you want to go in the world of music. Our fantastic guitar teachers are ready to get you started. Guitar Lessons Bermondsey – Friendly, Professional Teachers‎

Guitar Lessons Bermondsey

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Guitar Lessons Bermondsey cover a areas of the guitar with emphasis on Scales, Chords, Fingerboard memory through sight reading, theory, and improvisation.

Guitar Lessons in Whetstone
Guitar Lessons Whetstone believes that music is a powerful influence in everyone’s life. Our Mission is to provide our fantastic students with a great musical experience that leads to personal enrichment that will stay with them throughout their...

Why middle C?
By Terry Relph-Knight, copyright retained 03/06/18
Most people will have heard of middle C, but apart from knowing it is a musical note somewhere around the middle of the piano keyboard, won’t know it’s significance. Why C? Why middle?

Guitar Lessons in Whetstone
Guitar Lessons Whetstone believes that music is a powerful influence in everyone’s life. Our Mission is to provide our fantastic students with a great musical experience that leads to personal enrichment that will stay with them throughout their...

Why middle C?
By Terry Relph-Knight, copyright retained 03/06/18
Most people will have heard of middle C, but apart from knowing it is a musical note somewhere around the middle of the piano keyboard, won’t know it’s significance. Why C? Why middle?

Guitar Lessons London have a fun and friendly teaching style. With years of guitar playing and teaching experience. London Guitar Academy approach to teaching centres on initially picking out the areas of technique and musical knowledge that are most important to achieving your aims, and gradually building up your ability with those in mind.

London Guitar Academy can teach you any style of guitar that you want to learn, and our primary specialist areas are: Rock, Funk, Folk, Gypsy Jazz, Trip-Hop, Ska and Reggae.

Ollie, London 2015 –

“As someone who’s played acoustic guitar for a few years, I
was keen to widen my range and learn the classical style. Ben was patient & concise in introducing me to this new technique, pitching the lessons at just the right level to complement my ability. I found that I improved quickly, which is testament to Ben’s fun and engaging tuition. He’s a highly skilled player and teacher who I’ll definitely use again when I return to the UK!”

Nadene, London 2015 –

“Ben has made guitar lessons fun, and it is something our son looks forward to doing each week. There is the right mix of lauhging and teaching. Ben has kept the lessons interesting and encouraging, and he inspires our son to actually want to practice! Our son said, “he is the greatest teacher I’ve ever had”. We are really pleased and highly recommend Ben”

Guitar Lessons in Whetstone
Guitar Lessons Whetstone believes that music is a powerful influence in everyone’s life. Our Mission is to provide our fantastic students with a great musical experience that leads to personal enrichment that will stay with them throughout their...

Why middle C?
By Terry Relph-Knight, copyright retained 03/06/18
Most people will have heard of middle C, but apart from knowing it is a musical note somewhere around the middle of the piano keyboard, won’t know it’s significance. Why C? Why middle?

At the Guitar Lessons London, our goal is to make music lessons fun and exhilarating for our students, while still providing a structured learning approach that’s necessary to achieve tangible results and help our students realise their musical dreams.

I have always loved the guitar, playing and listening, it is a fantastic instrument of wonder and passion. The sounds that can be created are like no other, its like magic when you find that awesome riff or the melody that could sooth angels. Many bands and artists have based their whole persona purely on the guitar, for example Led Zeppelin.

The greatest rock group of all time, their music has inspired thousands of players, but what many people didn’t know about this group is that almost 40% of their songs are acoustic. The guitar has been constantly developing, from blues and jazz to death metal and screamo. But the idea and aim for all these guitarists has been the same since the beginning, to create something someone else couldn’t. Jack White from the white stripes, a fantastic rhythm guitarist who has created and developed some of the most keen riffs in music to this day.

White Stripes

Jimi Hendrix, the most influential and musical guitarist ever, his songs weaved through the public eye, many people misunderstood what he was looking at.

The guitar is a unique instrument, the sound that is created all comes from its user each individual player is different, you may want to play in the style of Hendrix but you will still be playing in your own way. If the person is sad, this will be reflected in the music he writes or plays, the guitar is not just an instrument is is also a sort of medium for emotions. For anybody who is writing music or playing, it all comes from a creative spark, usually being very spontaneous. Playing the guitar is just the key, it unlocks a whole new culture, you begin to explore music, find new artists you have never heard of before, perhaps a Swedish neo-classical speed player Yngwie Malmsteen. As you begin to play and you’re past the point of giving up, the road of music becomes wider and longer stretching the sounds of what you know, the different genres spread out like branches.

As you practice and play more, your style changes constantly changing and evolving into something new. As soon as I uncover a new technique or lick I play and play, not so I can ‘master’ technique but so I can explore the details around it. Some people find playing the guitar is there way of letting out their everyday annoyances, if someone honks the horn in the car behind you or if you were to spill a cup of water. Some people see the playing as a battle, they want to conquer the instrument.

The Song Remains The Same

Being able to play the guitar is a life achievement you can do something that someone else cannot do without years of practice, they can’t have beginners luck. Human beings love music and they always will. So if you ever go astray on your playing or thinking your not progressing go back to that goal in your head, the reason why you wanted you to start in the first place, that thing or idea and just picture the goal. The day when you pick up a guitar and there’s nothing coming through whatsoever. There’s no new ideas or your hands are too stiff to play. That’s the sort of nightmare every creative person has. There’s always that point when it might happen to you, when you’re too old to pick the guitar up. And we’re just trying to keep that day far, far away, and out of sight.

Guitar Lessons London seeks to awaken and nurture musical interest, appreciation, and artistic excellence in a friendly and stimulating atmosphere; to offer a high standard of comprehensive guitar lessons to people of all ages and backgrounds from the London community; and to serve the city by teaching in multiple locations, offering brilliant guitar tuition in London.

Chris Bryant’sThis place, you guessed it, has been run by Chris for over 30 years and is the perfect spot to pick up entry level guitars. There’s always a good mix for second hand and new kit to choose from and feel free to offer up your old ones to get some cash.126 Charing Cross Road, WC2H 0LA 0207 836 4723

Hanks
While the place has been open to the public as Hanks for the passed six years, takes the title for London’s longest standing guitar shops once taking into account all it’s previous owners. Situated over three floors, you come here for a bit of everything. Two floors worth of acoustic, one vintage and the other electric. Something for everyone.27 Denmark St, WC2H 8NJ 020 7379 1139

Regent Sounds
Chris, the owner of Regent Sounds, is the front man to what could be known as a landmark of musical history. Opened in 1956 and used as a publishers and comic book store, it was in the 1980s when it became a studio to be used by the greats including The Kinks, Hendrix and many others. Today, the quality of guitars they stock represents such greatness with top brands – primarily Fender and Gretsch – lining the walls.4 Denmark St, WC2H 8LP 020 7379 6111 Facebook

MacarisMeeting cousins Steve and Anthony was like being read the Macari family history book. The start of the story was when their grandfather set up shop in the 1950s, soon followed by their fathers Larry and Joe who really go it going. Today the pair stand strong with two Macari shops (the other one is on Charing Cross Road) that act as a sweet shop for instruments. While their one on Denmark Street is mainly for guitars, the other expands their offerings to include everything from violins to didgeridoos.25 Denmark St WC2H 8LP – 0203 301 5481Facebook92 Charing Cross Rd, WC2H 0JB – 020 7836 2856

Wunjos Guitars, Wunjos Base, Wunjos KeysThese three bright orange shops run and owned by the charismatic former architect Brian, provide for all your musical needs. In each store you’ll find people testing out and playing on their soon to be instruments, whether it’s on the Rootsy floor in Wunjo Guitars or in the Moggs synths keys in the newest trio member, Wunjo Keys.20 Denmark St, WC2H 8NE – ‎020 7379 0737 Facebook

Vintage & Rare GuitarsFor the past 14 years Ron has been running his haute-quality vintage guitars. Set in the confines of a period listed building (even the walls are lining rather than concrete!) this is the place to come when you want a true classic. Keep in mind they also do repairs!6 Denmark St, WC2H 8LX – ‎020 7240 7500 Twitter

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As an adult beginner, I couldn't have a better teacher than James and his brilliant London Guitar Academy Team. His encouragement maintains my interest and motivates me to keep pushing myself. He sets achievable goals keeping me both engaged and challenged on a weekly basis.James has great knowledge of every aspect of the guitar. His patient and systematic approach to teaching benefits both young and older students, giving them the confidence to display their new-found skills in public. He has a deep passion for music which is infectious and shows in everything he does. I can wholeheartedly recommended James to teach the guitar from absolute beginners to advanced level. A Great teacher & fabulous Guitar Academy!

James is a fantastic guitar teacher here in London. His friendly guitar lessons helped me to learn guitar with speed and confidence through the songs that I love. I have been a student at the London Guitar Academy for two years now, and right from the start I was astonished by how effective the teaching is and how super friendly the staff are there. Everyone who works there are great people, and they have all been a great influence on me over the years. My experience there has been outstanding, and I would absolutely recommend it to a guitarist of any ability. The concerts that the London Guitar Academy puts on at the end of each year can not be beaten, with the huge amount of effort that the teachers put in to make it a great experience for everyone. It is always great to have the freedom of choosing what you want to learn, and the having the flexibility of lesson times that allows you to reschedule at any time. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

James is the greatest. He's not only a phenomenal guitarist but also a phenomenal human being. He an expert on both theory and mainstream, and can play a wide variety of styles and genres. It's uncommon that someone so skilled can also teach so well. I can certainly say that taking lessons with James & London Guitar Academy has changed my life for the better. if you ever get the chance to take lessons from LGA, you're in for great educational experience.

We love London Guitar Academy! It's great seeing my 10-year old pick up and learn songs from Oasis, Nirvana &the Beatles, and the White stripes on his electric guitar! The concerts have been very fun to attend, to see all the kids have a moment in the spotlight! The instructors are interested in the kids and flexible so the kids can also participate in their other sports activities. All the LGA tutors are extremely knowledgeable and always pay attention to detail and he makes it easy for my child to understand. I’m looking forward to future success hand further great progress. Highly recommend.

Fantastic Guitar Academy! James has been teaching my husband guitar for the last 3 years. James 's enthusiasm and ability to relate to my son about all of his interests (not just guitar) ensured his motivation to learn never wavered. Over the years I've seen my husband develop his guitar skills and his confidence thanks to James's teaching and most important of all, he has made learning fun! He takes the time and trouble to find tabs for favourite songs and this keeps their interest going alongside the technique based lessons. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend James, he's a been an absolute pleasure to have visiting our home on a weekly basis.

Guitar Lessons in Whetstone Guitar Lessons Whetstone believes that music is a powerful influence in everyone’s life. Our Mission is to provide our fantastic students with a great musical experience that leads to personal enrichment that will stay with them throughout their entire lifetime. Professionally tailored guitar lessons for your own needs with a structured, modern & friendly oriented approach […]

Mastering the Pentatonic Article 4 – Mark Knopfler; “Sultans of Swing”, adding the 2nd, and flirting with Harmonic Minor. The Pentatonic Scale is the holy grail for guitarists. It’s easy to play and it sounds amazing. This series will show you how to get the most out of our favourite scale, and how making small […]

Why middle C? By Terry Relph-Knight, copyright retained 03/06/18 Most people will have heard of middle C, but apart from knowing it is a musical note somewhere around the middle of the piano keyboard, won’t know it’s significance. Why C? Why middle? Guido the Monk The existence of western musical notation and consequently middle C, […]

Mixolydian and the minor Pentatonic When faced with improvising over a dominant seventh chord or a progression of dom7’s, many guitar players tend to resort to the minor or the Blues pentatonic as their default tonal material. Especially in a “bluesy” context, such as a standard Blues progression, this works very well and the straight […]

Roger Waters British Summer Time Hyde Park On the perfect evening in the greatest city on the planet Roger Waters filled the hot summer air with some on the greatest songs ever written. In front of a enthusiastic capacity crowd of around 65,000, the legendary Pink Floyd frontman singer-songwriter fashioned a performance that was both sublimely […]

Repair Log: Roland Space Echo – Chorus Echo RE-301 SN: XXXXXX Log last updated – 02/02/18 Copyright retained by Terry Relph-Knight Value – £100, They can be found for £155 in very good condition (which this one isn’t) The Roland Space Echo RE-301 tape loop delay has a sound-on-sound playback head and three delay playback […]